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Westfield, MA
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(Based on experience and licensure) Licensed eligible starts at: $63,000.
Licensed starts at:
$70,000. Make a
Difference Where It Matters Most:
The Center for Human Development (CHD) is seeking Master's level, licensed or license-eligible Clinicians to join our Juvenile Justice Program. In this role, you will work with male youth in the Revocation/Detention Unit at the Westfield Youth Service Center, a secure Department of Youth Services (DYS) facility. This is an exceptional opportunity to gain specialized juvenile justice experience, provide vital care, and ensure that every youth is given a second chance for a better life. To support your professional growth, strong individual and group clinical supervision is provided.
Your Role:
Clinical & Administrative Leadership:
As a key member of the program's administrative team, you will ensure all treatment components are seamlessly coordinated.
Your responsibilities will include:
Direct Clinical Care:
Conducting individual and group therapy, performing intakes, and facilitating crisis intervention.
Case Management:
Managing caseloads, coordinating medical and psychiatric care, and maintaining consistent contact with families, guardians, and appropriate collaterals.
Collaboration & Compliance:
Building strong working relationships with state agencies (such as DYS and DCF), community health organizations, and referral sources while ensuring clinical documentation meets all licensing requirements.
Shift & Training Requirements:
Schedule:
Full-time and part-time salaried positions are available. Flexibility to work evening and weekend hours is preferred to meet program needs.
Mandatory Training:
Hired clinicians must complete a required, non-negotiable 3-week training program in Grafton, MA. This training consists of full 8-hour days and is a mandatory requirement of the role. What You Need to Bring (Success Factors):
Education:
Master's degree in counseling, Social Work, or a related clinical field.
Licensure:
Current professional license (LCSW, LICSW, LMHC) is preferred or actively license eligible.
Experience:
Experience working within an involuntary residential or secure setting is required , alongside extensive experience with learning-disordered adolescents or youth facing behavioral challenges; experience with DBT, CBT, motivational interviewing, and substance abuse treatment is highly preferred.
Key Skills:
Patience, compassion, and the ability to perform well under stress and in crisis situations. Bilingual candidates are highly encouraged to apply! What's in it for You? (Our Phenomenal Benefits): At CHD, we value our employees' dedication. We offer a highly competitive salary alongside a robust benefits package, including: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Company-Paid Life Insurance & Short/Long-Term Disability Insurance 403(b) Retirement Plan Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Tuition Assistance and professional development opportunities
About CHD:
Care Finds a Way The Center for Human Development (CHD) provides a broad range of high-quality, community-oriented human services dedicated to promoting, enhancing, and protecting the dignity and welfare of people in need. At CHD, celebrating differences and practicing inclusion is a daily commitment. We pride ourselves on being a reflection of the diverse communities we serve. Don't Wait - Apply Today! If you are ready to build a rewarding career in juvenile justice and make a lasting impact, we want to hear from you. Apply today to connect with our hiring team! Masters of Science or better. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
